Nigeria, Nov. 26 -- Olivia Yace, Cote d'Ivoire's representative at the recently held Miss Universe 2025 competition, has announced her resignation from her role as Miss Universe Africa and Oceania.

Last Friday, the 74th Miss Universe pageant was held at the Impact Challenger Hall in Pak Kret, Nonthaburi, Thailand.

Mexico's Fatima Bosch emerged as the winner, with Miss Yace clinching the 4th Runner Up position.

Her position earned her the title of Miss Universe Africa and Oceania.

However, in a turn of events, Miss Yace has resigned her position, distancing herself from the Miss Universe competition.

A statement on her Instagram page stated that the decision was driven by her desire to remain faithful to her values: respect, dignity, ...